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As part of The Panther’s effort to serve as Chapman’s town square, we welcome opinions from all corners of the political spectrum. We encourage submissions from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. Op-eds or guest columns must be no longer than 600 words and sent in a Google document or Word document to the Opinions Editor, Riley Wood, at riwood@chapman.edu.

Columns must have a clear point of view with strong arguments backed by facts and evidence. Not every submission is guaranteed to be published, and submissions are subject to editing for clarity, grammar and style. Opinion pieces reflect those of the author, and do not represent The Panther or its staff.

Guest Columnist 10/4/21 Guest Columnist 10/4/21

Opinion | Disappointed, but not surprised

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’ (D-NY) vote on the Iron Dome Defense Bill represents exactly what’s wrong with “progressive” electoral politics

Guest Columnist 10/4/21 Guest Columnist 10/4/21

Opinion | In defense of Panther Village

Panther Village has always been treated as the ugly stepchild of Chapman housing ー especially compared to the glossy living spaces of its newer counterpart, Chapman Grand Apartments.

Guest Columnist 10/4/21 Guest Columnist 10/4/21

Opinion | Film in flux: entertainment industry adapts to digital age

As the entertainment industry continues to adapt to the digital age, the ways we watch movies are ever-evolving.

Guest Columnist 10/4/21 Guest Columnist 10/4/21

Opinion | What is it like to be in The Botanicals?

What is it like to be in the band The Botanicals? Hard to say. It depends on which of us four bandmates you ask.

Guest Columnist 9/28/21 Guest Columnist 9/28/21

Opinion | Misfortune in the Mushroom Kingdom

If you’d told my 7-year-old self that a Mario movie was coming out, I’d be beyond stoked; but these days, I’m less enthusiastic.

Guest Columnist 9/27/21 Guest Columnist 9/27/21

Opinion | A student’s guide to puppy ownership

In the beginning of July, I spontaneously drove three and a half hours with a friend to a tiny rural town to pick up and adopt Winnie at 8-weeks-old.

Caden McQueen 9/27/21 Caden McQueen 9/27/21

Opinion | Meditations on snorkeling

Beneath the waves of the Pacific Ocean, there exists a primordial realm so foreign and complex that one must see it to believe it.

The Editorial Board 9/25/21 The Editorial Board 9/25/21

Editorial | Maturity invokes need to reconnect with your inner child

Amid a pandemic that has forced us to mature at an expedited rate, it is of increasing importance that we do not lose sight of the passions, the fears, the desires and the optimism that characterized our younger years.

Guest Columnist 9/20/21 Guest Columnist 9/20/21

Opinion | A letter from the Provost

I would like to take this opportunity to call on the entire Chapman community to ensure the continuation of face-to-face learning.

Caden McQueen 9/14/21 Caden McQueen 9/14/21

Opinion | Passing the time

Regardless of how resolute I feel in my refusal to allow another semester to drift away, I have grown accustomed to monotony. As the novelty of returning to campus fades into normalcy, I can feel its grip tightening once again. Let’s hope this year is different.

The Editorial Board 9/14/21 The Editorial Board 9/14/21

Editorial | Power to the people: California voters have direct influence over recall election turnout

California Governor Gavin Newsom faces off against 46 opponents in the state’s 2021 gubernatorial recall election, where turnout will be determined by popular vote.

Guest Columnist 9/7/21 Guest Columnist 9/7/21

Opinion | Swimming back to shore

On June 13, my dad and I went out for an open water swim — a tradition we’ve shared during each visit to the island. The beach was more eerie than usual that morning.

The Editorial Board 9/6/21 The Editorial Board 9/6/21

Editorial | Returning to campus, but not normalcy

Despite the excitement of returning to the traditional college experience, the fear of contracting COVID-19 and transmitting the virus to others remains ever-present.

Caden McQueen 9/6/21 Caden McQueen 9/6/21

Opinion | Estorerics under capitalism

The media landscape is heavily oversaturated as a result of late-stage capitalism, to the point where society is almost constantly exposed to all kinds of content.

Angelina Hicks 9/6/21 Angelina Hicks 9/6/21

Opinion | My first real day on campus

My college experience finally feels like it has begun as I walk through the crowded Attallah Piazza, eating a sandwich from SubConnection between classes.

Caden McQueen 8/31/21 Caden McQueen 8/31/21

Opinion | Facing our harsh reality

The threat of climate change has been hanging over humanity’s head like the proverbial sword of Damocles for several decades, and we are already beginning to face the effects.

The Editorial Board 5/17/21 The Editorial Board 5/17/21

Editorial | The Panther’s farewell to the academic year

This year has been crazy. And what’s crazier is being tasked with reporting on the crazy.

Mady Dever 5/17/21 Mady Dever 5/17/21

Opinion | One surprising thing I will miss most about Chapman

My last class of senior year, coincidentally, took place in the same room I first entered in Dodge College. My time here was tied up in a bow like the end of a good movie.

Guest Columnist 5/17/21 Guest Columnist 5/17/21

Opinion | Students reflect on academic year of COVID-19 restrictions

The Panther reached out to freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors to gather their reflections on this past academic year. Here are their responses.

Angelina Hicks 5/17/21 Angelina Hicks 5/17/21

Opinion | Am I ready to be an RA?

As my freshman year wraps up, so many questions circle my brain as I prepare to take on this new role as a resident adviser.

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